Family Law

Divorce

Respected Baton Rouge Family Law Attorneys
Handling Divorce Matters

Even contemplating divorce is emotionally stressful. Dealing with the myriad issues involved in the dissolution of a marriage can seem overwhelming. At Modica, Dowden & Sledge, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, we have more than thirty-five years of experience helping men and women plan for and carry out the dissolution of a marriage.

Effective Louisiana Divorce Lawyers

Divorce forces people to resolve a lot of emotional questions. What will happen to the children? How will my standard of living be affected? Who will get the house? How will the property be divided? Our attorneys take the time to understand our client's situation and walk them through the divorce process.

At Modica, Dowden & Sledge, our attorneys are prepared to handle complex and straightforward divorce matters. Some of the issues that commonly confront people considering divorce include:

  • Child custody and visitation
  • Child support
  • Division of marital assets
  • Spousal support and alimony
  • Debt division
  • Business valuations
  • 401K, pensions, and other retirement accounts
  • Investment accounts and investment portfolios

Our attorneys have represented clients in contested and uncontested divorces. We have also handled divorces complicated by domestic violence, restraining orders, and absent spouses.

We understand that the issues involved in a divorce are complicated. We will work closely with you and examine each issue individually. This can make the process less overwhelming. We strive to resolve divorce disputes through negotiation. However, when necessary, we have the skill and experience to litigate any divorce.

Contact our Baton Rouge Divorce Lawyers

If you are considering divorce or your spouse has filed for divorce, please contact Modica, Dowden & Sledge for a free half hour initial consultation. We can be reached toll free at 877.894.5510, through e-mail, or by filling out the intake form on our Contact page.

Modica, Dowden & Sledge
Attorneys at Law
12812 Coursey Boulevard
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816
Phone: 225.754.9866
Toll-Free: 877.894.5510
Fax: 225.752.3391
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Modica, Dowden & Sledge, Attorneys at Law in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, represents clients throughout Livingston Parish, Ascension Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish, Iberville Parish, Pointe Coupee Parish, Tangipahoa Parish, West Feliciana Parish, and communities such as Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, Gonzales, Prairieville, Port Allen, Plaquemine, New Roads, Hammond, and St. Francisville.